ThunderClan: Life Before 2020's Fire - Page 1302

**lio** · #**13011** February 27th, 2020, 05:13 PM

Duskfeather noticed Petalkit [ @Blissie Bliss ] in the crowd next to Linnetwing, her ears perking with surprise. Ah, she had forgotten a kit! Curse her discomfort around young cats... Her pelt heated with embarrassment and she gave an apologetic smile to the young she-cat.

"Petalkit, you may step forward as well. It seems as though there are really two kits ready to become apprentices."

**Madelaine** · #**13012** February 27th, 2020, 05:16 PM

Petalkit heard her name be called and she perked right up. The molly stepped forward, feeling a little nervous. Linnetwing was making her feel a little better that she was sitting beside her. She saw that Duskfeather was embarrassed. Everyone made mistakes and she would let it slide since she was Linnetwing's sister.

**kittygirl** · #**13013** February 27th, 2020, 05:32 PM

ashcloud trotted into camp with dawnblossom at his side, he set down his kills in the fresh-kill pile. He smiled sweetly at dawnblossom, "that was a nice hunting trip, I hope we can do it again soon." ashcloud shot his head to see what the meeting was about and his eyes lit up with joy when he saw he might have the chance to be a mentor. he dashed to the meeting and sat down, he made sure he was in view of the deputy and he looked back to make sure dawnblossom followed. @Jane @hxneysuckle

**chaton** · #**13014** February 27th, 2020, 06:22 PM

[ @amber'light ]

Dawnblossom smiled at Ashcloud, "I'll go hunt with you at any time, just ask me." She followed him as he weaved his way through the crowd that had gathered for the meeting. As they found a spot, she sat next to Ashcloud and leaned against his side as she waited for the news.

**kittygirl** · #**13015** February 27th, 2020, 06:42 PM

ashcloud flinched when she leaned on him, but he made sure to stay focused on the meeting, "i'm hopping I have a shot to be a mentor." he whispered to dawnblossom. he had been determined to be a mentor for some time now and he was sure this time he'd be it. Ashcloud still took it into possibility that other cats might of been assigned the two kits, yet he still knew he had a chance. ashcloud flexed his muscles just a little to try and show off his strength, he gave a nice serious look to try to show he was worthy. @Jane @hxneysuckle

**chaton** · #**13016** February 27th, 2020, 06:54 PM

[ @amber'light ]

Dawnblossom looked to Ashcloud, purring silently to herself about his determination. She whispered some encouraging words to him, "You'd be a great mentor, I hope you'll get an apprentice." She wanted to show him more support, but noticed how he was trying to seem like a serious candidate. With that in mind, she scooted away slightly to allow him more space.

**Slatepaw** · #**13017** February 27th, 2020, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by hxneysuckle

After a satisfying amount of the Clan had gathered, she decided to continue. Duskfeather knew most of them had to be concerned given that she had called the meeting instead of Flintstar. It didn't bother her much, however. She had watched Lionwhisker leave, satisfaction filling her. The deputy flicked her tail, her head raising to allow her voice to ring throughout the clearing.

"Ceremonies have been delayed long enough- it is time for them to be conducted, and as all of you may have noticed, I will be the one to do them." She allowed such information to sink in before continuing. "To begin, there is one kit who is ready to become an apprentice. Birdkit [ @Slatepaw ], please step forward."

Birdkit, shy and meek, pulled herself to her paws to step forward. As she did so, she held her blue eyes low, examining her thin paws with every step. Finally, she broke through the crowd and to the front, settling herself by Petalkit. Taking a seat, she curled her thin tail around her paws, looking up at the leader in a shift of nervousness, though she bowed her little head in respect.

**kittygirl** · #**13018** February 27th, 2020, 07:08 PM

ashcloud watched birdkit, he relaxed a little and gave a sweet smile to try and comfort the kit, "Don't be nervous i'm sure you'll be a good apprentice." he whispered to the kit. ashcloud had also noticed that dawnblossom scooted away, so he curled his tail around hers to show it was ok for her to be close. he looked back at the kits, thinking about which he liked more. @Slatepaw @Jane @hxneysuckle

**lio** · #**13019** February 27th, 2020, 07:13 PM

Once the two kits had stepped forward, the deputy fipped her head and went on, glad that they had reacted so quickly.

"Petalkit, you are now of age to begin training. From this moment on until you receive your warrior name, you will be known as Petalpaw. Owlwatcher [ @Shimm ], I entrust you with the ability to pass on your wisdom to this young she-cat."

"Birdkit, you are now of age to begin training. From this moment on until you receive your warrior name, you will be known as Birdpaw. Dawnheart [ @meowsticool ], may you pass on your knowledge to this young apprentice."

She gave a few moments for the new apprentices to meet their mentors, smiling down at them. Duskfeather's brow quirked as she did so, gaze passing over the clearing. Flintstar hadn't arrived yet- where was he? The she-cat shook her head and decided to continue, hoping he arrived soon. His presence was important, after all.

"There are a number of apprentices who have been without mentors for far too long. It is time for this to change- ThunderClan is in need of warriors, and delayed training cannot be tolerated. Bravepaw [ @Watermelon ], Springpaw [ @Bluepetal ], Geckopaw [ @Starfall ], Thistlepaw [ @Silhouettes ], Ivypaw, Echopaw, Magnoliapaw, Rosepaw [ @Lonestar23 ], Plumpaw [ @implimm ], Darkpaw [ @Vessel ], Hazelpaw [ @Yelloweyes ], Nightpaw [ @Ravenshade ], Silverpaw [ @Silver Speaker ], Blackpaw [ @Solstice_X ], Frostpaw [ @Ravenshade ], and Brightpaw [ @Brightspot ], please step forward! All those who do not show up will not receive a new mentor." Wait... wasn't there already another Brightpaw within the Clan? She blinked. One of them would need their name changed. That would happen after each apprentice was assigned a new mentor, however, and if either of them showed up. So, Duskfeather relaxed slightly, gaze glued to the crowd as she awaited the appearances of each named apprentice- as well as the leader.

**Vessel** · #**13020** February 27th, 2020, 07:20 PM

@Slushie

When Buckbranch met his gaze, the orange tom turned away, pelt prickling with embarrassment.

Was I really staring that hard?

Then, before getting any chance to think about that more, he sat down next to Sunsnow! He suddenly straightened, pelt warming even more than before, until Buttercup spoke;

'Hey.'

To the other tom it was just a word of greeting, but to Sunsnow, it was everything. It was warm prey in his stomach, it was butterflies in his chest, it was birdsong, it was lightning. Buckbranch was talking to him again!

Maybe he does like me, but only as a friend.

Even though it was better than nothing, the thought was heartbreaking. Heartshattering. However, Sunsnow was glad. Even if there could be nothing between them, he would take anything that meant he could be near tortoiseshell tom. Pushing off the crushing despair, and instead focusing on that little spark of happiness, he smiled.

"Hi."

~~~

Darkpaw brightened. It really was a special day for him! He bounded forward, eager to be the first apprentice to step up.